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Chile Appoints First Female Comptroller General

Chile's Senate approves Dorothy Pérez Gutiérrez as the first female Comptroller General, tasked with addressing corruption and improving public services.

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PoliticsGender IssuesGovernmentCorruptionReformAppointment

Chilean SenateContraloría General De La República De ChileGovernment Of ChileUnión Demócrata Independiente (Udi)

Dorothy Pérez GutiérrezJorge BermúdezGabriel BoricJaime GajardoFidel EspinozaJuan Antonio Coloma

How long will Pérez's term last?: Pérez's eight-year term will encompass three presidential administrations, starting with Gabriel Boric's current term.
What was the Senate's vote on the appointment?: The Senate's approval was 46 votes in favor, with one against and two abstentions; the government supported her candidacy due to her experience and non-partisan profile.
Who was appointed as Chile's new Comptroller General?: Dorothy Pérez Gutiérrez has been ratified as Chile's new Comptroller General, making her the first woman to hold the position.
What initial actions did Pérez take after assuming the position?: Upon assuming her role, Pérez initiated a restructuring of the Contraloría, focusing on citizen services and addressing the country's security concerns.
What key challenges did senators mention regarding the Comptroller's role?: Senators highlighted the need to address Chile's significant corruption issues, while also praising Pérez's knowledge and experience within the Contraloría.

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